Unit 4 Protecting our heritage sites
Integrated skills (II)(教学设计)
I. Learning objectives
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
1. know more about the protection of heritage sites;
2. write an article calling for the protection of heritage sites;
3. learn some strategies about how to close paragraphs effectively.
II. Key competence focus
1. Learn the speaking skill: moving on to another topic.
2. Close paragraphs effectively.
III. Predicted area of difficulty
Close paragraphs effectively.
IV. Teaching procedures
Step 1 Discussion
1. T helps Ss to understand the tip on moving on to another topic.
T: Imagine this situation: you’re having a great conversation with a person you’ve just met. You’re talking about a topic that both of you are really interested in, and you’re sharing ideas happily. You’re both asking great questions and responding with enthusiasm, but then suddenly … silence. This means the topic has come to its natural conclusion.
T: Then if the partner has talked too much on a certain topic, what would you like to say to move on to another topic
T: You can refer to the tip on moving on to another topic.
I think we’ve talked enough about this point. Maybe we could move on to …
I think there’s nothing more to talk about this aspect. Let’s change the topic to …
2. T asks Ss to discuss the protection of heritage sites.
T: Let’s discuss the protection of heritage sites, using the following to help you:
The importance of protecting heritage sites
Methods of protection
(If Ss still have difficulty in the discussion, play the recording B, which can give some hints on the topic.)
T: Try to use the tip on how to move on to another topic.
【设计意图:此处学习转换话题的技巧,鼓励学生讨论并提出遗产保护的办法。】
Step 2 Learning how to close a paragraph effectively
T asks Ss to learn how to close a paragraph effectively.
T: An effective closing paragraph is essential to a piece of successful writing. At the end of the writing, you should sum up the main points. You could also include an interesting statement or a projection for the future.
T: Some expressions, such as in conclusion, to conclude, to sum up, in summary, can be used to draw conclusions.
【设计意图:教师帮助学生认识有效结尾的重要性以及如何写好结尾,为下一步写作打下基础。】
Step 3 Writing
1. T asks Ss to learn about the structure and language.
T: To write an article calling for the protection of heritage sites, you can follow the structure below:
· State the importance of the protection of heritage sites.
· Give your ideas on how to protect our heritage sites.
· Sum up the main points and call on people to take action.
T: Since the protection of heritage sites is a serious topic, you should write the article in a formal manner. Make sure you use very clear and direct language. You can also use modal verbs to express obligation to protect heritage sites.
2. T asks Ss to work out the outline.
A link to the past
Introduction
Body
Conclusion
3. T asks Ss to write an article calling for the protection of heritage sites.
4. T asks Ss to check the writing.
T: Check your writing and exchange drafts between you and your partner. Pay attention to the following aspects:
【设计意图:写作分成三步走,第一步写作探索性思考,主要要了解写作的结构和语言特点;第二步整理思路,列出写作提纲;第三步是完成写作;最后是互检。】
V. Homework
Finish part A2 in the workbook.
Self-review
□ Punctuation □ Spelling □ Grammar
□ Choice of words Style □ Structure
Descriptions: □ Specific □ General
How to improve my writing:
Peer review
His/Her opinion about your description:
His/Her suggestions: